Strategic Prevention Framework

This framework uses findings from public health research along with
evidence-based prevention programs to build capacity and sustainable prevention. This, in turn, promotes resilience and decreases risk factors
in individuals, families, and communities.

The SPF uses a five-step planning process to guide states, jurisdictions, tribes, and communities in the selection, implementation, and evaluation of effective, culturally appropriate, and sustainable prevention activities.

The SPF is built on a community-based risk and protective factors approach to prevention. Also, there is a series of guiding principles that can be utilized at the federal, state or tribal, and community levels.